Pre-Convention Politics

by cgrotke | Politics | 1684 Views

The latest twist in the presidential campaign season comes primarily on the GOP side, with regular, traditional GOP members freaking out about Trump as their nominee. So much so that delegates to the Republican convention are being given a nod and wink to, if they want, maybe, perhaps, just change their support come convention time. (But not you Democrats! Stay in line!)

Others are reporting push polls testing Paul Ryan and Kasich against Clinton. President Ryan?

Clinton, meanwhile, has called for those under FBI investigation to not be allowed to purchase handguns. This comes while she is under investigation by the FBI.

The DNC’s platform committee met over the last few days to take testimony on the Democratic platform for 2016. Many offering views were further left than the current party, with issues such as voting rights and reforms, universal health care, and the environment.

In state election news, candidates for Vermont Governor are gearing up and getting active. Vermont PBS will be hosting discussion/debates with candidates soon:

“Gubernatorial candidates Matt Dunne, Peter Galbraith, Bruce Lisman, Sue Minter, and Phil Scott will participate in a forum focused on “Community Health and Support Services.” Peter Mallary, Vice President of Government Relations and Community Outreach for The Vermont Association for Mental Health and Addiction Recovery, will moderate the event.”

Link: http://www.vermontpbs.org/events/4128/Gubernatorial-Forum-Community-Health-and-Support

and

“The candidates will participate in a Vermont Gubernatorial Candidates Forum sponsored by the Brattleboro Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, June 28 from 7:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Chris Graff, vice president of corporate communications and community relations for National Life and former host of Vermont This Week will be the moderator. Follow this link for details on how to RSVP and to pay in advance if not a Chamber member.”

Link: https://www.brattleborochamber.org/youre-invited-gubernatorial-candidates-forum/

Comments | 10

  • Submitted by tomaidh on June 20, 2016 at 11:17 am

    "Clinton, meanwhile, has

    “Clinton, meanwhile, has called for those under FBI investigation to not be allowed to purchase handguns. This comes while she is under investigation by the FBI.”

    Do YOU want Hillary to have a handgun?

  • Submitted by Vidda on June 20, 2016 at 11:55 am

    (But not you Democrats! Stay in line!)

    I wonder if Clinton will pick the “venerated” Leahy to her VP choice? In any case, assuming of course Hil wins, if he and Shumlin will surely should get a few sugar plums for their support.

    • Submitted by tomaidh on June 20, 2016 at 2:03 pm

      Interesting Possibility

      A suitable (?) reward for our longest serving Senator. And then she can appoint Shumlin to fill Leahy’s vacant seat.
      Stranger things have happened.

      • Submitted by spinoza on June 20, 2016 at 2:31 pm

        Get a grip

        That would be so “in your face” to Bernie…

        I guess if he continues to rattle…she’d could do it and say: Feeling the Bern now, Bern?

      • Submitted by Vidda on June 20, 2016 at 2:45 pm

        a power spot

        I hadn’t thought of that but it would keep the Dems in a power spot in the senate. Stranger things have happened.

      • Submitted by tomaidh on June 24, 2016 at 10:50 am

        I checked

        In VT, we require a special election to fill a vacant Senate seat.
        However, the Governor may make an interim appointment.
        Question: Can the Governor appoint himself?

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